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Is mr neurography the best type of mri to characterize 1 cm enhancing lesion in thecal sac at the left lateral aspect of l4? lesion has rim and is round, darker than tarlov cysts, and heterogeneous?

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Maybe : This may be useful if conventional mr with gadolinium is not helpful.

Answered 9/11/2013

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Dr. Atif Haque answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

MRI: Mr neurography is typically used for peripheral nerves, not within the thecal sac. A good quality MRI is probably the best study for lesions in the area you describe.

Answered 6/17/2014

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